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June Callwood was one of Canada’s most recognized magazine journalists and social activists. She helped found over 50 organizations and worked tirelessly for all causes that have touched her heart. Despite the tragedy and controversy that touched her own life, she continued to act as Canada’s conscience.

Students will research and write a profile of June Callwood. They can begin by examining the format of profiles from online and magazine sources. As a class, summarize the structure of a profile.

Have students hand in their completed writing package (notes, outline, draft, and good copy). As a class, students can discuss how their writing differed from the broadcasts they watched. Students can reflect on how they chose the material they wanted to convey and how they conveyed it in print. Consider making students’ finished profiles available in the classroom.